Grief Triangles

In this episode of “Grief Heals,” host Lisa Michelle Zega introduces a cognitive framework inspired by Albert Bandura, exploring how grief connects to what we’ve absorbed from our environment and lineage. She emphasizes that grief is tied to love and that our experiences shape our emotional responses. Lisa encourages listeners to acknowledge their grief, give it love, and recognize the interconnectedness of their experiences, ultimately fostering healing and understanding.

Highlights -💔

Cognitive Framework: Introduces the triangle model to understand grief.

Absorbing Emotions: Highlights that we absorb emotional learning from our environment even before birth.

Grief as Love’s Invitation: Grief calls us to bring love to the lost parts of ourselves.

Cultural Messages: Cultural context influences our understanding and processing of grief.

Attention to Self: Encourages giving attention to one’s feelings and experiences without judgment.

Connection to Divine Love: Emphasizes that we are made by love and for love.

Healing Process: Reminds listeners that healing involves acknowledging all aspects of grief.

Key Insights -🌟

Emotional Imprint: Our early experiences shape our emotional responses to grief. Understanding this can help us navigate our feelings more compassionately. The triangle serves as a reminder of the complexity of our emotional landscape.

Absorption of Stress: We unconsciously absorb stress from our surroundings, which can complicate our grief. Recognizing this absorption can empower us to address the roots of our grief rather than just its symptoms.

Cultural Influences: The societal context can impact how we experience and express grief. Acknowledging these influences helps in understanding the multifaceted nature of our emotional responses.

Love’s Role in Grief: Grief is an invitation to reconnect with lost aspects of ourselves. By bringing love to these areas, we can facilitate healing and integration of our experiences.

Mindfulness in Grief: Paying attention to our feelings without judgment fosters self-compassion. This mindfulness practice can be a powerful tool in the healing journey.

Divine Connection: Recognizing that we are fundamentally made from love offers a comforting perspective during times of grief, reinforcing our inherent worth and connection to others.

Holistic Healing: Grief involves not only the loss of loved ones but also the acknowledgment of all ungrieved losses. This comprehensive understanding can lead to deeper healing and emotional resilience.